Loctite 222MS Low Strength Threadlocker 50ml

Loctite 222ms Low Strength Threadlocker 50ml

• Strength : Low
• Temperature : -65 - 300 °F
• Viscosity : 1200 - 5000
• Color : Purple
• Curing Type : Anaerobic
• Application : Threadlocking

 

LOCTITE® 222MS™ Low Strength, Small Screw, Mil-Spec Purple Threadlocker is ideal for fastener diameters of 1/4" (6mm) and smaller. Its controlled lubricity allows for accurate clamp loads. Parts can be separated using hand tools. Mil Spec: Mil-S-46163A Type II Grade M. NSF P1 Certified. Applications include adjustment screws, countersunk head screws, and set screws; on collars, pulleys, tool holders and controllers. Also for low strength metals such as aluminum or brass.

LOCTITE®
222MS™ is designed for the locking and sealing of
threaded fasteners which require easy disassembly with
standard hand tools. The product cures when confined in the
absence of air between close fitting metal surfaces and
prevents loosening and leakage from shock and vibration.
Particularly suitable for applications such as adjustment of
set screws, small diameter or long engagement length
fasteners, where easy disassembly is required without
shearing the screw. The thixotropic nature of LOCTITE®
222MS™ reduces the migration of liquid product after
application to the substrate

Mil-S-46163A

LOCTITE®
222MS™ is tested to the lot requirements of Military
Specification Mil-S-46163A. Note: This is a regional approval.
Please contact your local Technical Service Center for more
information and clarification.

ASTM D5363

Each lot of adhesive produced in North America is tested to
the general requirements defined in paragraphs 5.1.1 and
5.1.2 and to the Detail Requirements defined in section 5.2

NSF International

Registered to NSF Category P1 for use as a sealant where
there is no possibilty of food contact in and around food
processing areas. Note: This is a regional approval. Please
contact your local Technical Service Center for more
information and clarification.

TYPICAL CURING PERFORMANCE

Cure Speed vs. Substrate

The rate of cure will depend on the substrate used. The graph
below shows the breakaway strength developed with time on
M10 steel nuts and bolts compared to different materials and
tested according to ISO 10964.

Cure Speed vs. Bond Gap

The rate of cure will depend on the bondline gap. Gaps in
threaded fasteners depends on thread type, quality and size.
The following graph shows shear strength developed with time
on steel pins and collars at different controlled gaps and tested
according to ISO 10123.

Cure Speed vs. Temperature

The rate of cure will depend on the temperature. The graph
below shows the breakaway strength developed with time at
different temperatures on M10 steel nuts and bolts and tested
according to ISO 10964.

Cure Speed vs. Activator

Where cure speed is unacceptably long, or large gaps are
present, applying activator to the surface will improve cure
speed. The graph below shows the breakaway strength
developed with time on M10 zinc dichromate steel nuts and
bolts using Activator SF 7471™ or SF 7649™ and tested
according to ISO 10964.

GENERAL INFORMATION

This product is not recommended for use in pure oxygen
and/or oxygen rich systems and should not be selected as
a sealant for chlorine or other strong oxidizing materials.
For safe handling information on this product, consult the
Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
Where aqueous washing systems are used to clean the
surfaces before bonding, it is important to check for
compatibility of the washing solution with the adhesive. In
some cases these aqueous washes can affect the cure and
performance of the adhesive.
This product is not normally recommended for use on plastics
(particularly thermoplastic materials where stress cracking of
the plastic could result). Users are recommended to confirm
compatibility of the product with such substrates.

Directions for use:

For Assembly

1.  For best results, clean all surfaces (external and
   internal) with a LOCTITE®
   cleaning solvent and allow to
   dry.
2. If the material is an inactive metal or the cure speed is
   too slow, spray all threads with Activator SF 7471™ or
   SF 7649™ and allow to dry.
3. Shake the product thoroughly before use.
4. To prevent the product from clogging in the nozzle, do
   not allow the tip to touch metal surfaces during
   application.
5. For Thru Holes, apply several drops of the product onto
   the bolt at the nut engagement area.
6. For Blind Holes, apply several drops of the product
   down the internal threads to the bottom of the hole.
7. Assemble and tighten as required.
8. For Sealing Applications, apply a 360° bead of product
   to the leading threads of the male fitting, leaving the first
   thread free. Force the material into the threads to
   thouroughly fill the voids. For bigger threads and voids,
   adjust product amount accordingly and apply a 360°
   bead of product on the female threads also.

For Disassembly

1. Remove with standard hand tools.
2. In rare instances where hand tools do not work because
   of excessive engagement length, apply localized heat to
   nut or bolt to approximately 250 °C. Disassemble while
   hot.

For Cleanup

1. Cured product can be removed with a combination of
   soaking in a LOCTITE®
   solvent and mechanical
   abrasion such as a wire brush.

Loctite Material Specification

LMS dated December-7, 1999. Test reports for each batch
are available for the indicated properties. LMS test reports
include selected QC test parameters considered appropriate to
specifications for customer use. Additionally, comprehensive
controls are in place to assure product quality and
consistency. Special customer specification requirements may
be coordinated through Henkel Quality.

Storage

Store product in the unopened container in a dry location.
Storage information may be indicated on the product container
labeling.
Optimal Storage: 8 °C to 21 °C. Storage below 8 °C or
greater than 28 °C can adversely affect product properties.
Material removed from containers may be contaminated during
use. Do not return product to the original container. Henkel
Corporation cannot assume responsibility for product which
has been contaminated or stored under conditions other than
those previously indicated. If additional information is required,
please contact your local Technical Service Center or
Customer Service Representative.